VAT lands on holiday rentals: everything you need to know about Directive (EU) 2025/516
In 2028 holiday lets will lose their VAT exemption: hotels and private hosts will play by the same rules. Directive (EU) 2025/516 makes charging 10 % compulsory on stays up to 30 nights and turns platforms such as Airbnb or Booking into VAT collectors when the host is not registered. We unpack deadlines and practical steps to stay competitive.